About the Oriental Stork
The Oriental Stork (Ciconia boyciana) is a species of bird in the Storks family (Ciconiidae), within the order Ciconiiformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code oristo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Ciconiiformes |
| Family | Storks (Ciconiidae) |
| Species | Ciconia boyciana |
| Species Codes | oristo1, ORST |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Oriental Stork belong to?
The Oriental Stork (Ciconia boyciana) belongs to the Storks family (Ciconiidae), in the order Ciconiiformes.
How can I identify the Oriental Stork?
The Oriental Stork is a member of the Storks family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Oriental Stork sighting?
You can log sightings of Oriental Stork on eBird (ebird.org) using species code oristo1, or on iNaturalist.